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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.
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vsCARBOCAINE 1%
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CARBOCAINE 1%
This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.
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| CARBOCAINE 1% | CARBOCAINE 1% | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HOSPIRA HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | PFIZER CANADA ULC |
| Active ingredient | MEPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE | MEPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE |
| Strength | 1% | 10MG |
| Dosage form | SOLUTION | Solution |
| Route | BLOCK/INFILTRATION | Epidural Intracaudal |
| Health Canada status | Marketed | Marketed |
| Shortage status | No current shortage | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
Same active ingredientDifferent strengthSame dosage formDifferent route